Browsing: Historical Mysteries

From a #1 New York Times bestselling author duo: When a mummified body is discovered in New Mexico, archaeologist Nora Kelly and FBI Agent Corrie Swanson become entangled in a diabolical mystery with a deadly sting. “This one’s an attention grabber. Get a copy” (Kirkus Reviews).

A new book in the Agatha Award-winning series by Edith Maxwell!Quaker midwife Rose Carroll must turn her investigative skills on…

From a New York Times bestselling author: When a body is found in a sleepy Welsh village, Scotland Yard inspector Ian Rutledge must trace the dead man’s last steps to unravel the truth. “If there’s ever been a more complex and compelling hero in crime fiction than Inspector Rutledge, I can’t think of one” (Jeffery Deaver).

They stole it. He’s going to take it back—by force. In October 1943, Hitler’s SS troops surrounded Rome’s Jewish Ghetto…

“Dazzling” (USA Today bestselling author Emma Rous): In 1841, nearly 200 incarcerated Englishwomen board a transport ship to Australia. When a young mother is brutally attacked along the way, they must identify the killer among them. “Intriguing… Will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction centered on women’s lives” (Booklist).

“An absorbing read for Sherlock-ians and fans of true crime… Will keep readers on their toes” (Kirkus Reviews): With Scotland Yard desperate for a lead on Jack the Ripper, Sherlock Holmes must begin his investigation without his faithful friend, Watson — who has emerged as the prime suspect…

When murder stalks St. Merryn, no secrets are safe… man they hate.A village with hidden secrets…A battle-scarred redcoat is lurking…

First in an action-packed historical series! In ancient Rome, gladiator Leonidas is released by an unknown benefactor — but he and his scribe, Cassia, soon find themselves tangled in a dangerous plot involving Emperor Nero…

From a USA Today bestselling author: When his 11-year-old daughter is kidnapped, Steve Cook can think of only one person to turn to: unlicensed PI Colleen Hayes, no stranger to the wrong side of the law. But Colleen’s investigation may uncover more than they predict… “Colleen is an appealing kick-ass detective” (Booklist).

The sinking of the Brig Minerva results in many deaths, while for others, the future is suddenly brighter. But it’s…